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Purchase Optimization
Are You Getting the Right Deal?
Are you purchasing technology or renewing? How do you know you're getting the right deal?
Let us help you optimize your purchase. Our analysts help clients secure the right deal every week, in the hundreds thus far.
We apply a five-point inspection to your deal, reviewing licensing, specs & features, terms of service, cost per unit, and discount levels.
You’ll receive a conference call with our analysts to explain the custom report you receive that details recommendations on how to reduce costs, mitigate risks, and optimize your solution.
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#1 = Microsoft
#2 = Data Center Co-Location
#3 = Cisco and Enterprise Networks
#4 = SAN Storage
| Guidance You Need | How Info-Tech Helps | Get Started |
|---|---|---|
| Licensing | Determine the licensing approach in terms of number, type, and program to reduce costs of mitigate risks. |
Each technology purchase requires a blend of insight across these elements. Our analysts review each purchase against these criteria. |
| Specs and Features | Review proposed hardware specs/COTS software capabilities to validate solution design meets needs without overbuilding. | |
| Terms of Service | Identify gaps and opportunities regarding proposed integrations, installation, service-plans/levels, customization details, and risks. | |
| Cost per Unit | Specify item or unit-level cost negotiation opportunities. | |
| Discount Levels | Highlight discount negotiation opportunities in terms of institutional, program, or channel discounts. |
Any Technology Deal
We’ll help you get a better deal on ANY Technology purchase
You’re buying:- Microsoft Licensing
- Data Center Co-location and Managed Services
- Enterprise Networks such as Cisco
- SAN Storage such as NetApp
- And much more!
- A second set of eyes on your proposal, quote, or contract
- Guidance on how to save money and avoid risk
Microsoft Licensing Optimization
Our Featured Purchase Optimization Program
You need to:- Navigate the complexities of MS Licensing to choose the option best for your situation.
- Prepare for vendor negotiations and avoid over-spending for license features you don't need.
- Evaluate current agreements and identify opportunities to save money or avoid anti-piracy penalties.
- Rationalize your licensing agreements to right-size your costs and products to your organization's needs.
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We conduct a thorough review to help you optimize spending and eliminate redundancies. Talk to one of our analysts today to make sure you're not overspending on Microsoft.
Info-Tech’s Purchase Optimization service is intended to: help identify business risks; provide insights based on industry research; and to help you focus on certain matters which may be affecting your business. Info-Tech does not provide legal, accounting or other professional advice, nor should any advice from Info-Tech be construed as such. We encourage you to seek professional advice whenever necessary.